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James Beck

Redondo Beach, CA, USA
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Culture change leader, inspirational pay-it-forward speaker, and Give Beck: Live By Giving founder

With a remarkable journey that involved giving away all his possessions, James embarked on a mission to serve someone in every state across the nation. This social experiment sparked an extraordinary chain reaction of kindness as he inspired those he served to pay-it-forward. James motivates individuals to embrace a life of giving, unveiling the profound connection between a "service mindset" and true happiness, as well as fulfilling relationships. His teachings extend beyond personal fulfillment, demonstrating how incorporating service into the workplace can elevate sales, enhance business performance, and transform a corporate culture into a harmonious and cooperative community. Topics: -Pay It Forward Journey to all 50 States in 1 Year -Why Happiness Leads to Innovation & Performance -Ripple Effects of Kindness -Improve Your Relationships -Create Meaningful Connections -Make a Positive Impact -The Power of Kindness & Gratitude
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East Moriches UFSD - Director of Curriculum and Instruction
I am writing to share how much everyone appreciated James' presentation! We had a few attendees in tears, and many remarked that it was "the best keynote we've ever had." One teacher, who has been with us for over 20 years, expressed this sentiment. James' concept of the happiness trifecta will undoubtedly help us achieve the "ripple effect of exponential good." Our leadership team will be meeting soon to discuss our strategy for expanding this ripple effect.
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Premier Bank - VP Professional Development
Bringing in a speaker always comes with a bit of risk—you never really know how their message will land or whether they’ll connect with your audience. I had the opportunity to travel with James Beck over two days, during which he gave a powerful keynotes at each of our four locations. Across all sessions, James absolutely delivered. His message on Service resonated deeply—clear, concise, and impactful. Not only did he connect with every audience, but he also left them with practical, actionable takeaways they could apply in their work, at home, and in their communities. We couldn’t have asked for a better speaker. Thank you, James!
Elizabeth Zicari
Mozaic Senior Life - VP, Community Services & Business Development
James’ presentation was inspiring. What resonated with me was the opportunity to bring a service culture to the workplace. When we can develop people into happy individuals, we know they will flourish in their roles and benefit the organization and the world around them.
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Chapman University - Director, Career Development Center
Our students were extremely impressed and excited by James. He got them to think outside the box & push beyond their comfort zones. We absolutely loved having him on our campus and look forward to working with him more in the future.